Bookkeeper

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Princeton (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Voluntary benefits

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions in Princeton, NJ is seeking a hands-on Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day financial records for a growing construction and architectural firm. This role blends accounting accuracy with collaborative teamwork.

You will handle AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations, month-end activities, and budgeting support, contributing to reliable financial reporting and operational success.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.
• Experience in construction, architecture, engineering, or project-based industries preferred.
• Strong understanding of AP, AR, reconciliations, and payroll.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare customer invoices and monitor collections
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and vendor accounts
• Assist with payroll processing and payroll-related reporting
• Track project-related expenses and job costs
• Support month-end close and financial reporting activities
• Work closely with project managers and leadership on budgeting and expense tracking
• Organize financial records and assist with audit and tax preparation

Skills

Bookkeeping experience

AP/AR

Payroll knowledge

Budgeting

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Are you a hands-on accounting professional looking for a stable opportunity with a well-established construction and architectural firm? We are seeking a detail-oriented Bookkeeper to join our team in Princeton, NJ. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys wearing multiple hats, takes pride in keeping financial records organized and accurate, and wants to be a valued part of a growing business.

What You'll Be Doing

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare customer invoices and monitor collections
• Reconcile bank, credit card, and vendor accounts
• Assist with payroll processing and payroll-related reporting
• Track project-related expenses and job costs
• Support month-end close and financial reporting activities
• Work closely with project managers and leadership on budgeting and expense tracking
• Organize financial records and assist with audit and tax preparation

What We're Looking For

• 3+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience
• Experience in construction, architecture, engineering, or project-based industries preferred
• Strong understanding of AP, AR, reconciliations, and payroll
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay of $32-$35 per hour
• Stable and growing organization with a strong industry reputation
• Collaborative and supportive team environment
• Opportunity to gain exposure to project accounting and construction-related finance
• High visibility with company leadership

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements.

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